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 Discover the power of Emotional Intelligence with  author Clifton Brown. Join our monthly Brightside Bookstore Club event—where authors, readers, and buyers connect. Don’t miss this inspiring talk and live Q&A. 

  Brightside Review – Harness Your Emotional Intelligence
Harness Your Emotional Intelligence is a must-read for anyone looking to build self-awareness, improve communication, and strengthen personal relationships. This powerful guide offers practical tools to regulate emotional responses and deepen connections in everyday life. A standout resource for those committed to personal growth, healing, and emotional mastery. 

Brightside Review:  We highly recommend Conversations in Heaven for anyone navigating grief or seeking spiritual reassurance. Sue Campbell beautifully captures divine conversations that offer healing, hope, and a sense of peace about the afterlife. Her storytelling is heartfelt and comforting, making this a meaningful read for those on a journey of faith and reflection. 

 Brightside Book Review – A Tale of Two Climates: One Real, One Imaginary
This eye-opening read challenges common assumptions about climate change with facts, not fear. Written by a seasoned US Armed Forces 50 years retiredscientist, it’s a must-have for anyone who values truth, clarity, and real science. Perfect for critical thinkers and curious minds. 

Brightside Book Review – Weak Start, Unapologetic Present
We can’t go back to Jim Crow—and this powerful memoir makes sure we never forget why. Lester Patrick’s honest, often humorous account of growing up Black in segregated North Carolina is both educational and deeply inspiring. A must-read for all ages, this book offers timeless lessons on resilience, race, and the fight for dignity. 

 LevAIthan Julian Phillips takes a groundbreaking leap in LevAIthan by naming his bespoke AI assistant, Athena, as co-author — a bold and timely move that redefines what co-authorship can mean in the age of artificial intelligence. 

 A must-read eye-opener, this gripping novel delivers a powerful and unsettling reflection on school shootings, extremism, and the flaws within our political system. Roger Chiocchi masterfully crafts a story that is both timely and thought-provoking, pulling readers into a narrative that demands attention and emotional engagement. The Brushy Ridge Militia is more than fiction — it’s a wake-up call wrapped in a riveting page-turner. 

  In Further Faster: 20 Life Principles to Achieve More and Avoid Burnout, Jeff Frey delivers a powerful and practical guide to elevating both professional effectiveness and personal wellbeing. Masterfully written, this book offers clear, actionable insights for high achievers who want to grow without sacrificing balance.